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Having second thoughts... 11 months ago

I’m going to wait awhile longer before adopting another dog. I have to grieve first and really think about what I need and want from my next dog before I make a commitment.

It’ll be difficult, but just being honest and admitting that I need more time makes me feel less stressed already. In the meantime, I plan to concentrate on improving other areas of my life until I’m ready to make this decision.

Jan 30, 2009, 10:16PM PST | 2 cheers


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Good for you Jen

I’m an animal lover as well. We had five rescue dogs and three rescue cats. One of my dogs died of heart failure and then one of my cats ran away.

It was the strangest thing. That dog, my wife named him James Brown, and that cat, his name was Sylvester because he looked like that cartoon character, were best friends. Maybe cause they were the oldest. Any way when JB died, Sly ran away. I was devastated by my cat runn9ng away, of course I loved JB but was really close to the cat. He and I would argue every day. It’s true, he’d do something naughty and I’d yell at him and then he’d meow at me. We had a bond and understood each other.

Anyway, this is about you. So yes do’nt rush into getting another dog. Remember that saying “time heals all wounds”.

Jan 30, 2009, 10:55PM PST | Thread | Respond to this

Jen is using her Regis avatar in his memory.

I'm sorry for your losses.

It’s always hard losing an animal, but it’s especially hard when you have such a strong bond with a particular one.

By the way, I love that all of your animals were rescued. My dog who just passed away was a rescue, as are my current dog and cat.

I believe that I’ll know in my heart when I’m ready to bring home another animal. The right dog will be worth the wait, however long it may take.

Thank you for your kind words and understanding. I really appreciate it.

Jan 31, 2009, 10:09PM PST | Respond to this


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